నీటకాకి మీను మునుగ నిరతము దయ స్నానమగునా

This expression is used to describe a situation where an individual performs a task or experiences something simply because everyone else around them is doing it. It highlights the tendency to follow social trends or peer groups to maintain status or belonging, even if the action wasn't personally intended or necessary.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone is forced to do something against their will, or when an action is performed out of obligation rather than genuine interest. In the cold month of Magha, taking a ritual bath in a river is considered virtuous but difficult; doing it solely because of external pressure is the essence of this phrase.

This is a traditional saying related to the Sankranti festival. Kanuma is the third day of the harvest festival, dedicated to cattle. It is a cultural custom to consume black gram (minumulu) in some form—usually as Vada or Garelu—on this day to ensure health and strength for the coming year.

This proverb describes a situation where someone enjoys something superior or valuable for themselves while offering something inferior or cheaper to others. It is used to point out hypocrisy, selfishness, or a disparity in treatment where the person in power keeps the best resources and gives away the lesser ones.

This proverb refers to the third day of the Sankranti festival, called Kanumu. It highlights the tradition and belief that taking a ritual bath on this day is so essential that even a crow (known for its quick baths) dives deep into water. It is used to emphasize the importance of cleanliness or completing a task thoroughly on a specific auspicious day.

This expression highlights the spiritual and physical purification qualities of India's rivers. It suggests that while bathing in the holy Ganges (Ganga) purifies the soul/sins, drinking the water of the Tungabhadra river provides the best health and taste. It is used to describe the pinnacle of excellence in specific categories or to appreciate the unique qualities of different things.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a smaller or seemingly insignificant entity unexpectedly overcomes or takes over a much larger and more powerful one. It is often applied to business takeovers, political upsets, or surprising victories of an underdog.

This expression is used to describe someone who waits for the perfect, trouble-free moment to start a task, which never actually comes. It highlights the futility of waiting for all problems to disappear before taking action, as challenges are a natural part of any process, just as waves are inherent to the sea.

This expression is used to describe a person who is very eager and first to arrive when it is time to eat, but very lazy or hesitant when it comes to hygiene, work, or taking a bath. It highlights a character that prioritizes pleasure over duty or cleanliness.

This expression refers to the sequence of daily routines or the priority of tasks. It is often used to describe someone who is very punctual or eager for food (being first at the table) but perhaps less enthusiastic about chores or preparation (being last to bathe). In a broader sense, it highlights a tendency to prioritize personal comfort or enjoyment over effort.